Strides for UNICEF - Buffalo Grove
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Strides for UNICEF - Buffalo Grove
Strides for UNICEF in Lake County is a community 5 km fun run held on August 29, 2026, at Willow Stream Park, 651 Old Checker Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL. The course uses the park's paths and is organized as a noncompetitive fun run; the race is not professionally timed.
Event registration opens July 2, 2026 and closes August 29, 2026. The registration fee is $19.00 and registration includes a T shirt. Check in and T shirt pickup are available on race day.
The event is accompanied by a community festival alongside the course with food, sponsor booths, and interactive games. The format is described as accommodating participants of various ages and activity levels and offers family oriented activities within the park setting.
All net proceeds from the event benefit UNICEF. Funds raised support UNICEF programming and the Every Child Fund, a flexible fund used to provide aid and respond to urgent needs for children in underserved communities. The event is presented as a local fundraising and community activity centered on walking and running in the park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
